-
1
Cook carrot and peas with very little water for 2-3 minutes.
-
2
Add grated paneer, mashed potato, salt and a little garam masala.
-
3
Mix well to make a dough.
-
4
Make small round balls and keep it aside.
-
5
Roll all the dough in the bread crumbs.
-
6
Heat 5-6 tablespoons of oil in a pan, place each ball in the oil and turn the heat to medium.
-
7
Let it cook for 3 minutes.
-
8
Do not try to turn it, else it will break.
-
9
After 3 minutes, turn the ball to other side and cook for 3 more minutes.
-
10
Alternatives: You can deep fry the ballit tastes wonderful.
-
11
If you are fan of fried food, you can do this.
-
12
Or coat the ball with oil and bake it at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until it turns golden color.
-
13
This is the healthiest version; weight watchers can do it this way.
-
14
For the gravy, heat the oil in a pan.
-
15
Add the bay leaf, cloves, onion, garlic and ginger; fry until translucent.
-
16
The caramelized onion gives the best taste.
-
17
Add pinch of salt and sugar and fry on a low heat until translucent to caramelize the onion.
-
18
Add pureed tomato and cook for 2 minutes.
-
19
Add garam masala, salt, chili powder, coriander and cumin powder.
-
20
Add the heavy cream or half-and-half; mix well.
-
21
Check for salt and spice levels, adjusting as necessary.
-
22
Add the prepared ball called kofta, garnish with cilantro.
-
23
This can be served with naan, roti, bread or rice.
-
24
Enjoy.
